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#547 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 22% in state

Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School

Elementary School · Shrewsbury Borough School District

20 OBRE PLACE, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702

Enrollment

453

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#547 of 2,466

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School

7.7/10

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About Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School

Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School is a public elementary school in Shrewsbury, NJ, part of Shrewsbury Borough School District. Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #547 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency76.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+34.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32.5 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)68% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,219
Chronic Absenteeism7.5%

Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School — Students at Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 77.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 76.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 55 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
94%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
76%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
69%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
75.4%
ELA
74.2%
2025
Math
75.8%
ELA
76.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.

How Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School Compares

See how Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
78th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
1%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.5%

Location

20 OBRE PLACE, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Point Road School (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Little Silver), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Red Bank Charter School (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Red Bank), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Swimming River School (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Tinton Falls), a more accessible option. For more schools in Shrewsbury, see our Shrewsbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
VINCENT S MASTRO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Shrewsbury 0.6 mi 5.5
GODDARD SCHOOL FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT Tinton Falls 0.7 mi
CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER Shrewsbury 1.0 mi
Red Bank Middle School Red Bank 1.3 mi 7.8
JERSEY SHORE FREE SCHOOL Little Silver 1.0 mi
ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Red Bank 1.4 mi 4.3
TOWER HILL SCHOOL Red Bank 1.3 mi
Markham Place School Little Silver 1.2 mi 8.8
Red Bank Charter School Red Bank 1.4 mi 8.2
OAKWOOD SCHOOL Tinton Falls 1.3 mi
Red Bank Primary School Red Bank 1.5 mi 5.5
RANNEY SCHOOL Tinton Falls 1.6 mi 4.7
Swimming River School Tinton Falls 1.4 mi 6.3
Margaret L Vetter Eatontown 2.1 mi 8.5
Meadowbrook Eatontown 2.0 mi 5.0
Red Bank Regional High School Little Silver 1.9 mi 7.1
Mahala F. Atchison School Tinton Falls 1.8 mi 5.3
Memorial Middle School Eatontown 2.3 mi 6.0
Point Road School Little Silver 1.8 mi 8.4
Knollwood School Fair Haven 2.2 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$144,500

Median Home Value

$735,900

Median Rent

$3,300/mo

Population

4,162

College Educated

65%

Homeownership

84.1%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

42

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Belleville PS3 Belleville, NJ 7.7
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Cleveland Street Elementary School Orange, NJ 7.7
Connecticut Farms Elementary Union, NJ 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School

What grades does Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School serve?

Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School?

Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School rank in NJ?

Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School ranks #547 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School a charter school?

No, Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School?

0.7% of students at Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
0.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.5%

District

Shrewsbury Borough School District
District Enrollment
455
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,219
District Rank
#1 of 1

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